Canon
EOS R7
32.5MP APS-C RF-mount body with 30fps burst, 4K 60p, 7-stop IBIS, and advanced subject tracking.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased May 2022
Panasonic
Lumix ZS99
Pocket travel zoom with 20.3MP 1/2.3-inch sensor, 30x 24–720mm Leica lens, 4K30 video, 5-axis O.I.S., tilting touchscreen, and USB-C — successor to ZS80 without EVF.
$500
Launch priceReleased Feb 2025
Lumix ZS99 is 2.8 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R7
Wins
Lumix ZS99
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R7 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R7 has higher AF points / zones (651 vs 49)
- AEOS R7 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- AEOS R7 has higher RAW buffer depth (42 frames vs 10 frames)
- AEOS R7 has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R7
132 × 90 × 92 mm
612 g (1.35 lb / 21.59 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix ZS99
112 × 68 × 43 mm
322 g (0.71 lb / 11.36 oz)
EOS R7 is 20mm wider, 23mm taller, and 49mm thicker than Lumix ZS99.
EOS R7 is 290 g heavier than Lumix ZS99.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 43mm Lumix ZS99
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R7
132 × 90 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix ZS99
112 × 68 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R7
132 × 92 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix ZS99
112 × 43 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
Lumix ZS99
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
11.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R7
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
Lumix ZS99: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R7
AF low-light limit
-5 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, AAC, LPCM
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
AF points / zones
651 vs 49 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
42 frames vs 10 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix ZS99
Codecs
Adds H.264, MP4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112, 67.8, 43.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Weight
322 g vs 612 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
80 vs 100 — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R7
Pros
- ✓High-resolution 32.5MP APS-C sensor
- ✓Up to 30fps electronic burst
- ✓7-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓Dual SD UHS-II card slots
- ✓Strong value for wildlife and sports reach
Cons
- –APS-C sensor trails full-frame in low-light depth
- –RF-S lens lineup is still limited
- –4K 60p uses a crop in some modes
Lumix ZS99
Pros
- ✓30x 24–720mm Leica zoom in pocket body
- ✓4K video + 4K Photo at 30fps
- ✓5-axis HYBRID O.I.S.+
- ✓1.84M-dot tilting touchscreen
- ✓USB-C charging + Wi-Fi/Bluetooth 5.0
Cons
- –No built-in EVF (vs ZS80)
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Slow variable aperture (f/3.3–6.4)
- –Limited low-light performance
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R7 or Lumix ZS99?
EOS R7 scores 5.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix ZS99 — 32.5MP — ample resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and Lumix ZS99?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and Lumix ZS99 is 20.3 MP, so the EOS R7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and Lumix ZS99 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix ZS99 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R7 or the Lumix ZS99?
EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix ZS99 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and Lumix ZS99?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and Lumix ZS99 weighs 322 g, so the Lumix ZS99 is 290 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and Lumix ZS99 record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 59.94p. Lumix ZS99: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS R7 and Lumix ZS99 weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. Lumix ZS99: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 380 shots for the Lumix ZS99, giving the EOS R7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and Lumix ZS99 at $500. The Lumix ZS99 is $999 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Panasonic press materials.